Feudalism

Feudalism

1. reasons for feudalism

   • Dukes, counts and nobles could protect their land from Viking attacks

2. obligations of the lord

   • Proteted the vassal and granted it a fief (estate)

3. structured society

   • First was the king, then the lords, knights, and lastly peasants (serfs

4. obligations of the vassal

   • Pledge their loyalty to the lord, provide 40 days of military service a year, and provide advice and money payents